Oléron Loisirs
Come and discover the richness of the Ile d’Oléron in Charente-Maritime, near La Rochelle
Charente-Maritime is the perfect destination for a combination of natural and cultural heritage by the sea! With its must-see sites and outings, such as Fort Boyard, its islands, La Rochelle, its beaches, its towns steeped in history, its cycle paths and its culinary specialities, the region offers an array of possibilities that will make your camping vacation on the Ile d’Oléron unforgettable!
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Explore the island of Oleron on a camping holiday
TheIle d’Oléron is located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Charente-Maritime, where it forms part of the Charente archipelago. At 30 km long and 12 km wide (at its widest point), it is the largest island in mainland France after Corsica, and is nicknamed ” Oléron, La Lumineuse ” for its high level of sunshine.
On the continental side of the island, renowned for its calm, safe waters, come and enjoy the beach 2800 meters from the campsite in St Georges d’Oléron , with a breathtaking view of the famous Fort Boyard.
You can also take a sea trip!
Just 3000 m from the Oléron Loisirs campsite, the port of Le Douhet, one of the liveliest spots on the Ile d’Oléron, will delight you with its restaurants, bars, discos and water sports (sailing, jet skiing…).
In July and August, take advantage of the Shuttle to go to the beach or visit the island!
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Phare de Chassiron
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Fort Boyard
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Citadelle du Château d’Oléron
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The Ile d’Oléron is rich in monuments and gastronomy!
As soon as you cross the Pont d’Oléron, you’ll see Fort de Louvois (or Fort Chapus) opposite the Citadelle du Château d’Oléron, a historic monument on the eastern side of the island, accessible on foot at low tide and now home to the Oyster Museum.
At the northern tip of the island, near Saint Denis d’Oléron, the Phare de Chassiron, France’s oldest lighthouse still in operation after Cordouan, houses a museum on the theme of traditional fishing in its rotunda.
When visiting the area around the campsite on the Ile d’Oléron, don’t miss a visit to La Cotinière. The village of La Cotinière is home to a harbor with a fleet of around a hundred boats fishing for sole, sea bass, langoustines and other noble species.
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Enjoy the Charente gastronomy
The Bassin de Marennes-Oléron is the most importantoyster refining center in France and even Europe. So it’s hardly surprising to come across the colorful little huts dotting the island. A stay on the Ile d’Oléron is the perfect opportunity to savor this unmissable specialty!
Viticulture is also the oldest traditional activity. The local specialty is Pineau des Charentes, vin de pays charentais, Cognac and other liqueurs! You can find all these products at the many markets on the Ile d’Oléron.
And if you have a sweet tooth, you’ll be delighted with the famous galettes charentaises!
Activities for the whole family
Holidaymakers who come to enjoy a camping holiday on the Ile d’Oléron with their family will find a wide range of activities to suit all tastes. The Oléron Loisirs campsite offers you an overview of the activities you can count on:
- For sports enthusiasts, there’s a wide range of water-based activities (jet skiing, sailing, diving, surfing, fishing on foot or by boat…).
- For swimmers, more than 25 sandy beaches are at your disposal.
- For nature lovers, take advantage of the beautiful forest walks (12% of the island’s surface area).
- There’s no shortage of villages to discover on the island, including St Georges D’oléron, St Pierre d’Oléron, St Trojan les Bains and many more.
- Discover the surrounding countryside by bike thanks to the cycle paths.
- For art lovers, come and feast at the Cabane des Créateurs.
- To recharge your batteries and unwind, take advantage of nature by visiting salt marshes or nature reserves.
- Nearby, on the mainland, the Palmyre zoo will delight you (tickets available at the campsite).
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What’s more, the Oléron Loisirs campsite has a vast aquatic area with a slide. Enough to please young and old alike. So don’t hesitate, there’s something for all the family during your stay at a campsite on the Ile d’Oléron!